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Yippee-Ki-Yay 50k

Council Bluffs, United States • 25 Oct 2025

The Yippee-Ki-Yay 50K, Half Marathon, and 10K races take place annually in Council Bluffs, Iowa, on the scenic Wabash Trace Nature Trail. This event features a Rails-to-Trail course with a fine crushed limestone surface, offering beautiful Heartland countryside views. Participants can choose from a 50K ultra marathon, half marathon, or 10K, all out-and-back routes starting and finishing at the Iowa West Foundation Trail Head Park.

The 50K course is known as one of the fastest average finisher courses in the Midwest. The race limits the field to 250 runners, includes chip timing, aid stations, and finisher medals with lightweight hoodies. The event supports the Wabash Trace Nature Trail and fosters a welcoming, community atmosphere. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Iowa Council Bluffs

Race information

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50 km
13 mi
Half Marathon
10 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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